Pungent and flavorful, basil is a widespread herb that elevates dishes from just about any type of cuisine. But one country ...

First thing in the morning, tiptoe out to the garden and pick a piece of basil to freshen your breath. If you pick one from ...

It’s summer, and around our house, scented plants seem to pop up everywhere: lavender, rosemary, basil, Russian sage, ...

Having fresh herbs on hand is one of the best ways to spice up your dishes, and thankfully, growing your own basil is an ...

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is native to India and Asia having been cultivated there more than 5,000 years ago. It is grown as a perennial in that part of the world thanks to warm tropical climates.

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is native to India and Asia having been cultivated there more than 5,000 years ago. It is grown as a perennial in that part of the world thanks to warm tropical climates.

The basil plant (Ocimum basilicum) is known for its distinctive smell, and of course, its inclusion within a multitude of food recipes. But as a grower, you may sometimes find that your plant has ...

Annuals include basil (Ocimum basilicum) and coriander (Coriandrum sativum), while a common biennial is flat-leaf parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum) – aka “the bolters”.

Herbs. If I had to single out a single plant to recommend for every Southern California garden, African blue basil (Ocimum kilimandscharicum x basilicum) would be it.

BASIL, especially the variety known as ocimum basilicum, which is the common sweet basil seen all around, offers a variety of health benefits due to its rich array of nutrients and medicinal ...